Glenn van Zutphen on Saturday Mornings with Neil Humphreys

📻 “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys talk with investigative journalist and Billion Dollar Whale co-author Tom Wright to unpack Project Brazen’s latest exposé—an alleged $1.5 billion criminal enterprise stretching from scam centers in Southeast Asia to high-powered boardrooms and luxury penthouses around the world. The investigation reveals how a transnational network quietly took control of a major financial institution, allegedly breaking securities laws and laundering billions in crypto, shares, and cash. With suspected protection from political elites, the operation uses shell companies, crypto exchanges, and opaque offshore fund structures to move illicit money through the region’s financial systems—while regulators remain silent. We explore how scam centers in the region are estimated to siphon $10 billion annually from unsuspecting victims, and why international authorities are increasingly concerned about the lack of enforcement and transparency.  

📻 “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys sit down with Mathilda D’Silva, Founder of Ocean Purpose Project and a familiar face from Singapore Idol, to explore how one woman’s health crisis sparked a national sustainability movement. Based in Pasir Ris, Mathilda’s Project Tanah Air is the first in Singapore to use seaweed for both marine restoration and sustainable agriculture—earning global recognition at the UN Ocean Conference. The initiative transforms seaweed into biostimulants for growing traditional Asian herbs, with senior citizens leading the charge in harvesting, fertilising, and cooking. It’s a circular model that links ocean health to soil regeneration and human wellbeing—while building community resilience and climate awareness. We discuss how blue carbon sequestration, nature-based solutions, and citizen science are helping Singapore tackle algal blooms, aquaculture decline, and soil degradation. Mathilda also shares heartwarming stories from the ground—yes, including chickens—and how Pasir Ris is becoming a hub for eco-innovation. Learn more at oceanpurposeproject.com.

📻 In this special World Mental Health Day edition, join “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys ask: How ya doing, Singapore? Joining us are Dr. Jade Kua, Master Certified Coach and Founder of Jade Life & Wellness Coaching, and Dr. Adrian Loh, Senior Consultant Psychiatrist at Promises Healthcare. Dr. Kua, a medical doctor and wellness advocate, shares how coaching and community support can help Singaporeans navigate stress, burnout, and emotional fatigue. Dr. Loh brings clinical insights into anxiety, neurodiversity, and the deeper roots of bullying—asking, “What makes a bully a bully?” We also spotlight vulnerable groups, including migrant workers, whose mental health challenges often go unseen. With recent suicide cases and rising youth anxiety, the conversation turns to how families, workplaces, and society can better support mental well-being.

🌍 This week, Steve Okun, CEO of APAC Advisors, joins “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys to unpack four headline-grabbing stories shaping global conversations. First, the fragile Gaza ceasefire agreement brokered after weeks of escalating violence between Israel and Hamas, and what it signals for regional diplomacy. Next, Dr Anjani Sinha’s confirmation as Trump’s new ambassador to Singapore. The India-born orthopaedic surgeon, known for his ties to the Trump family, was approved in an en bloc Senate vote, raising questions about the administration’s Asia strategy. In Malaysia, Petronas CEO Tengku Muhammad Taufik apologises for joining the champagne shower celebrations at the Singapore Grand Prix. His “misplaced exuberance” sparked backlash over cultural sensitivities and corporate conduct. Finally, Singapore Airline's new rules for booking reward flight tickets and their cost structure. But will they fly with the traveling public?

"Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys go behind the scenes of the SG60 Heart & Soul Experience—Singapore’s blockbuster national exhibition that’s winning hearts across the island. Executive Creative Director Gene Tan, the visionary behind the 2019 Bicentennial, returns to share how he and his team pulled off another cultural triumph. Joining him are Nishan Shirazi, Senior Animation Producer at CraveFX, and Kean Lim, Project Manager (Technology) at Accenture. Nishan reveals the creative process behind animated highlights like Windows in the Sky and Becoming Singaporean, while Kean explains how tech and AI were used to personalise each visitor’s journey—from avatar creation to future-facing conversations. Held at Orchard Library, the exhibition blends storytelling, innovation, and national pride. With every photo taken at Windows of Time booths, $1 is donated to mental wellness charities—up to $500,000.  

This week, Eric Olander, Editor-in-Chief of The China-Global South Project, joins us to unpack China’s latest foreign policy blueprint—the Global Governance Initiative (GGI). Launched at the recent SCO summit, the GGI adds a new layer to China’s expanding portfolio of global influence strategies, including the BRI, GSI, and GDI. Eric explains how the GGI aims to reshape international norms through consensus-based rulemaking, appealing to governments across Asia, Africa, and Latin America. But what does this mean for multilateralism, and how might it affect middle powers like Singapore? “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys also explore China’s “Super Golden Week” (Oct 1–8), a travel surge that combines National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival. With millions on the move domestically and abroad, the week offers insights into China’s consumer confidence, tourism recovery, and regional economic impact.

“Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys welcome H.E. Peter Storer, Austria’s Ambassador to Singapore, as the two nations mark 60 years of diplomatic relations. From trade and tourism to cultural exchange, Ambassador Storer reflects on the evolution of Singapore-Austria ties and shares his personal impressions of life in the Lion City. We explore the significance of SG60 for both countries, highlighting how shared values and economic partnerships have deepened over the decades. Ambassador Storer also previews two exciting cultural events: a premiere exhibition by an Austrian artist at the ArtScience Museum (12–23 October), and the Joint German-Speaking Festival with Germany at the Goethe Institute (23 October–9 November), celebrating language, heritage, and artistic collaboration. Learn more at instagram.com/austriainsg/ and ArtScience Museum | Exhibitions in Singapore | Marina Bay Sands    

In our Singapore Home Brew segment “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys talk with Gilles Dyan, Founder and Chairman of Opera Gallery regarding  “The Singapore Masters Show: From Monet to Condo” — a landmark exhibition running to 3 November at Opera Gallery Singapore in ION Shopping Centre. Timed to coincide with the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix, this show features 25 iconic works spanning 135 years of art history, from Impressionism to Pop Art to contemporary figuration. See masterpieces by Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Pablo Picasso, Yayoi Kusama, Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, George Condo, and more. This episode offers a glimpse into the provenance, cultural significance, and curatorial vision behind one of Singapore’s most ambitious commercial art showcases. Learn more at operagallery.com.

🌍This week, Steve Okun, CEO of APAC Advisors, joins “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys to unpack a whirlwind of global developments with ripple effects across Asia. First, we examine the looming U.S. government shutdown and what it signals for regional trade and investment—especially as “Asia for Asia” ambitions face long-term structural hurdles. Next, we turn to President Trump’s 20-point Gaza plan, co-developed with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and its implications for Middle East diplomacy. In China, a billion-dollar scam syndicate operating from Myanmar’s borderlands has led to 11 death sentences, exposing the dark underbelly of transnational cybercrime. And closer to home, a social media influencer’s comments on Singapore’s vaping ban—referring to designated smoking areas as “cigarette jail”—is sparking public backlash.

This week, “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys welcome Harvey Chia and Raama, co-hosts of the Property Roundtable Podcast, for a deep dive into Singapore’s most exclusive real estate segment: landed homes. With over 30 years of combined experience and hundreds of deals closed, Harvey and Raama bring sharp insights into why landed property remains the go-to investment for both the nouveau rich and long-term strategists. They explain how scarcity, stability, and lifestyle appeal make landed homes a cornerstone of wealth preservation. For younger buyers, these properties offer not just prestige but a practical path to building family and financial legacy. Beyond headline prices, the duo shares how to assess landed homes through nuanced factors like zoning, redevelopment potential, and financing strategies. Watch more at Property Roundtable